Office of Victim Advocacy
Contact Information
Lisa Leggett
Sexual Assault & Violence Prevention Specialist
Willard-DiLoreto Hall
D305
(860) 832-3796
l.leggett@ccsu.edu

Office Hours

Monday - Friday:
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Examples of Abusive Behaviors ("Red Flags")

Examples of Abusive Behaviors ("Red Flags")

Control: one partner makes all the decisions and tells the other what to do.

Dishonesty: one partner lies to or keeps information from the other.

Physical Abuse: one partner uses force to get their way.

Disrespect: one partner makes fun of the opinions and interests of the other.

Intimidation: one partner tries to control every aspect of the other's life.

Sexual Abuse: one partner pressures or forces the other person into sexual activity without their consent.

Dependence: one partner says they "can't live without" the other.

Hostility: one partner may "walk on eggshells" to avoid upsetting the other.

Isolation: one partner separates the other from their friends and family.